Author: Opalim Lifted

Chelsea striker Liam Delap injured his shoulder during a drab 0-0 draw at Bournemouth in the Premier League. Delap appeared to dislocate his shoulder after pulling down Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi while defending a corner. The England Under-21 international was replaced by teenager Marc Guiu after a series of physical duels with Senesi, who also later went off injured after overstretching for the ball in the second half. Both sides struggled in attack despite Chelsea recalling forward Cole Palmer, and the draw was a fair result. Palmer lasted 58 minutes in his first start since 20 September, having suffered a…

US President Donald Trump joins Gianni Infantino on stage to receive his FIFA Peace Prize (as well as a medal – which he immediately puts on). This new award will be presented annually to a “distinguished individual” who has shown an unwavering commitment to fostering peace across the world. After having praise lavished on him by the FIFA president, Trump is invited to say a few words. “Thank you very much, this is truly one of the great honours of my life,” says Trump. The US President references conflicts in the Congo, India and Pakistan and says they have save…

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has commended communities affected by insecurity for entering into peace deals with terrorists in the state. Radda stated this on Friday during his visit to the Batsari and Danmusa local councils as part of his ongoing tour of the state. The governor said the peace agreements with terrorists have yielded positive results in councils previously plagued by insecurity. As proof, he drove through the once-dreaded Danburum Forest in Batsari Local Council during the tour. The forest was formerly a haven for terrorists, where hundreds of people lost their lives and other atrocities were committed. However,…

Nigerian Legendary artist, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has issued a public appeal, urging the public and his own family to immediately cease the dramatic controversy surrounding his marriage to Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru Idibia. In a recent viral video, the music icon sent a clear and direct message, urging fans and the public to stop spreading the drama and stressing that the situation had become dangerous for his partner, Natasha, following family interference that have escalated the matter to another level. 2Baba said, “This whole thing has gotten dangerously out of hand. I’m not just going to…

Justice D. E. Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has fixed 3 March 2026 for judgment in the high-profile N3.6 billion fraud case involving former Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Executive Director of Projects, Tuoyo Omatsuli. Omatsuli is on trial alongside Don Parker Properties Ltd, Francis Momoh and Building Associates Ltd on a 46-count amended charge covering conspiracy, gratification and money laundering. All defendants pleaded not guilty, opening the way for a full trial. During proceedings, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) called 16 witnesses and tendered 34 exhibits, including bank statements, property documents, corporate records…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the constitution of the boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). At UBEC, Senator Tanko Al-Makura, appointed in July, remains chairman of the board. The new appointments include Uchendu Ikechi Mbaegbulem to represent the South-East and Gift Ngo for the South-South. Other regional representatives are Mrs. Ibiwunmi Akinnola (South-West), Dr. Meiro Mandara (North-East), Dr. Abdu Imam Saulawa (North-West), and Professor Paul Ibukun-Olu Bolorunduro (North-Central). The chairman and members will serve a four-year term in the first instance. Tinubu also confirmed earlier announcements…

United States President Donald Trump received the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize before the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The award has been introduced this year by FIFA president Gianni Infantino, designated for a person who has “taken exceptional and extraordinary actions for peace” and “united people across the world”. It was widely expected that Trump, who arrived at the ceremony with Infantino and has made several public appearances with him in recent months, would be the winner. That was confirmed at the ceremony in Washington DC on Friday. As well as receiving a large golden trophy, Trump was…

The draw for the 2026 World Cup takes place in Washington on Friday, with Donald Trump set to play a prominent role in a star-studded ceremony that will map out the path to glory for contenders at the first-ever 48-team finals. The most logistically complex World Cup in history will be held across North America from June 11 to July 19, with 16 additional teams added to the global showpiece, up from the 32 nations that competed in Qatar in 2022. Friday’s ceremony, which takes place at the Kennedy Center on the banks of the Potomac River from 1700 GMT,…

Sixteen members of the Rivers state house of assembly have announced their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Martin Awaewhule, speaker of the assembly, announced the defection during plenary on Friday. Amaewhule also disclosed that he would be joining his colleagues out of the PDP. “Distinguished colleagues, very happily, let me announce that your speaker has decided and has indeed written to my ward chairman of my decision to leave the PDP. APC is my new party,” Amaewhule said. “I will do all that is needed to be done towards ensuring that the…

The family of Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia has petitioned the inspector general of police, accusing his wife Natasha Osawuru of assault, bigamy and financial misappropriation. In a letter dated November 12, the Idibia family urged the police authorities to investigate a number of incidents they claim have caused the singer emotional distress, financial loss and reputational damage. The petition stated that the family received reports from 2Baba and witnesses alleging physical assault in the UK and Abuja, alongside claims that Natasha accessed and transferred funds from the singer’s phone and bank accounts without authorisation. The family also accused her of withholding…